The KC Potter Center also serves as an excellent resource for locating supportive communities and services throughout Vanderbilt/Nashville area. Petey Peterson is a great contact person that can provide resources for Trans* students, faculty, and staff.

Student health insurance plan does cover hormone replacement therapy (HRT). If you are enrolled in the student health insurance plan and have questions regarding LGBTI coverage, please contact the on-campus student health representative, Kristy Miller, located in room SS4401 Zerfoss Student Health Center or at 615-343-4688. Additional information can also be found at www.gallagherstudent.com/vanderbilt.

How should I answer questions about “sex” or “gender” on official university documentation?

On most Vanderbilt documents the student should answer how the student self-identifies their gender identity i.e. if you self identify as a Transwoman you would that would be your response on a Vanderbilt document (or may choose not to answer at all)

The federal government does requires Vanderbilt to collect demographic information on a student’s “sex” at several points (e.g., on applications to programs) and requires an answer of either “male” or “female” for federal purposes. Please answer with the option with which you most closely identify.

Federal financial aid for a transgender individual is complicated because of the issue of Selective Service. If a student is born male (regardless of their current gender status), are required to register with the Selective Service within thirty days of their 18th birthday to be considered for government benefits. They are also required to register with their legal name AND any name change. Because the FAFSA is based on biologic sex from birth, that form needs to be filled out in accordance with federal laws. More information can be found at: http://www.finaid.org/fafsa/lgbtfafsa.phtml and in the attached PDF.